Breweriana: Buy, Sell, and Swap It This Friday and Saturday in Florissant

In a city with as rich of a brewing heritage as St. Louis, there’s bound to be some hidden treasures of breweriana buried deep in basements and closets. What is breweriana? It’s those beer cans and bottles, bottle openers, beer trays, and tin signs that make up the history of brewing in our country.

These collectables aren’t just pretty, they’re often worth some money. And this Friday and Saturday at the Knights of Columbus in Florissant, the local chapter of the Brewery Collectibles Club of America is hosting a Breweriana show.

For 36 years, collectors of brewery items have been meeting in Florissant to buy, sell, and trade items among themselves at Swap-A-Rama. This year after receiving numerous requests from people wanting to find if their brewery items had any value, they decided to open it the public.

Beginning at 8 a.m. both days, attendees can not only buy, sell, and trade their historic beer gear, but amateur appraisers will also be on hand to provide some perspective, background—and worth.

General admission is $15 for both days, but free for folks just wanting to get something appraised.

If you’re looking for that special item—additional hardware for your man cave—this show features dealers and vendors from nearly a dozen states, displaying over 40 tables of merchandise. Consider it a way to explore the rich history of America through beer.